Pokémon Champions Day One Pokémon List Includes 189 Competitive Fighters
Pokémon Champions Reveals Full Launch Roster with 189 Pokémon
Pokémon Champions has officially launched, bringing a competitive-focused battle experience designed for hardcore trainers and esports enthusiasts. Available now as a free-to-play title on Nintendo Switch, the game emphasizes strategic battles while staying true to the classic turn-based mechanics fans know and love.
Alongside its release, the developers have revealed the full launch roster of Pokémon, giving players a clear idea of what to expect when building their teams for competitive play.
A Total of 189 Pokémon Available at Launch
At launch, Pokémon Champions features 189 playable Pokémon, all of which can be transferred, obtained, and used in competitive battles. While the number may seem modest compared to the full National Dex, the selection spans every generation, ensuring a diverse meta from the start.
Most of the available Pokémon are already in their final evolution stages, making them immediately viable for competitive play. Additionally, the game supports multiple special forms, including:
Pokémon FireRed, LeafGreen, and Let’s GO
Venusaur
Charizard
Blastoise
Beedrill
Pidgeot
Arbok
Pikachu
Raichu (Normal and Alolan Form)
Clefable
Ninetales (Normal and Alolan Form)
Arcanine (Normal and Hisuian Form)
Alakazam
Machamp
Victreebel
Slowbro (Normal and Galarian Form)
Gengar
Kangaskhan
Starmie
Pinsir
Tauros
Gyarados
Ditto
Vaporeon
Jolteon
Flareon
Aerodactyl
Snorlax
Dragonite
Pokémon HeartGold & SoulSilver
Meganium
Typhlosion (Normal and Hisuian Form)
Feraligatr
Ariados
Ampharos
Azumarill
Politoed Espeon
Umbreon
Slowking (Normal and Galarian Form)
Forretress
Steelix
Scizor
Heracross
Skarmory
Houndoom
Tyranitar
Pokémon Ruby, Sapphire & Emerald and Pokémon Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire
Pelipper
Gardevoir
Sableye
Aggron
Medicham
Manectric
Sharpedo
Camerupt
Torkoal
Altaria
Milotic
Castform
Banette
Chimecho
Absol
Glalie
Pokémon Diamond, Pearl & Platinum และ Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl
Torterra
Infernape
Empoleon
Luxray
Roserade
Rampardos
Bastiodon
Lopunny
Spiritomb
Garchomp
Lucario
Hippowdon
Toxicroak
Abomasnow
Weavile
Rhyperior
Leafeon
Glaceon
Gliscor
Mamoswine
Gallade
Froslass
Rotom
Pokémon Black & White I + II
Serperior
Emboar
Samurott (เฉพาะ Hisuian Form)
Watchog
Liepard
Simisage
Simisear
Simipour
Excadrill
Audino
Conkeldurr
Whimsicott
Krookodile
Cofagrigus
Garbodor
Zoroark (ร่างปกติ และ Hisuian Form)
Reuniclus
Vanilluxe
Emolga
Chandelure
Beartic
Stunfisk (เฉพาะ Hisuian Form)
Golurk
Hydreigon
Volcarona
Pokémon X & Y
Chesnaught
Delphox
Greninja
Diggersby
Talonflame
Vivillon
Floette (Eternal)
Florges
Pangoro
Furfrou
Meowstic
Aegislash
Aromatisse
Slurpuff
Clawitzer
Heliolisk
Tyrantrum
Aurorus
Sylveon
Hawlucha
Dedenne
Goodra
Klefki
Trevenant
Gourgeist
Avalugg (Normal Form and Hisuian Form)
Noivern
Pokémon Sun & Moon and Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon
Decidueye (Normal Form and Hisuian Form)
Incineroar
Primarina
Toucannon
Crabominable
Lycanroc
Toxapex
Mudsdale
Araquanid
Salazzle
Tsareena
Oranguru
Passimian
Mimikyu
Drampa
Kommo-o
Pokémon Sword & Shield
Corviknight
Flapple
Appletun
Sandaconda
Polteageist
Hatterene
Mr. Rime
Runerigus
Alcremie
Morpeko
Dragapult
Wyrdeer
Kleavor
Basculegion
Sneasler
Pokémon Scarlet & Violet
Meowscarada
Skeledirge
Quaquaval
Maushold
Garganacl
Armarouge
Ceruledge
Bellibolt
Scovillain
Espathra
Tinkaton
Palafin
Orthworm
Glimmora
Farigiraf
Kingambit
Sinistcha
Archaludon
Hydrapple
This approach ensures that even with a smaller roster, players have access to a wide range of strategies and team compositions right from day one.
Competitive Focus with Strategic Depth
Unlike traditional Pokémon entries, Pokémon Champions is built specifically around standardized competitive rulesets, including type matchups, abilities, and move sets. This creates a balanced environment where skill and strategy take center stage.
The game also supports cross-platform play, allowing trainers from different devices to battle each other seamlessly. With esports in mind, the streamlined roster helps maintain a controlled and competitive meta while leaving room for expansion in future updates.
Free-to-Play System with Optional Upgrades
As a free-to-play title, Pokémon Champions offers accessible entry for all players while providing optional upgrades for those who want more features.
Players can enjoy:
- Free access to core gameplay systems
- 30 free Pokémon storage slots
- One team slot for competitive play
- A free-tier Battle Pass
- Rental Pokémon systems for competitive farming
For those looking to expand their experience, paid options include Starter Packs, additional storage, training tickets, and a monthly subscription offering exclusive perks.
More Pokémon Coming in Future Updates
While the current roster includes 189 Pokémon, the developers have confirmed that more Pokémon will be added in future updates. This ensures that the game will continue to evolve over time, introducing new strategies and keeping the competitive scene fresh.
With its strong focus on battle mechanics and esports-ready systems, Pokémon Champions is shaping up to be a must-play for trainers who want to test their skills at the highest level.
